IGN Games Podcasts

Come on, step it up with another blazing fast episode of Nintendo Voice Chat. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 opens in theaters and we take a look back at a time when video game movies were bad and Sonic and Mario were bitter enemies. Who could forget the console wars of the 1990s, other than those of us for whom the memories of that war are too horrible to revisit (which are memories of most of the Sonic games post-Genesis). 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:37 - Sonic Talk! 00:31:45 - Nintendo Japan Quietly Added New Splatoon 3 Screenshots 00:40:12 - Out this Week 00:49:20: - Mario Golf Hitting N64 Expansion Next Week 00:51:38 - Kat Take 00:57:36 - What We've Been Playing 01:04:58 - Question Block! 01:10:51 - Outro

On this episode of IGN's weekly PlayStation show, Podcast Beyond!, host Jonathon Dornbush is joined by Mark Medina and Jada Griffin to talk about PlayStation... and Severance. But mostly PlayStation, we promise, Mark's just really happy Severance got renewed. But after that, we dig into the biggest news of the week, including confirmation that a new Tomb Raider game is confirmed, as well as our hopes and expectations for a new Lara Croft adventure from Crystal Dynamics. We dig into what we did and didn't like about the reboot trilogy, what we hope a new game would carry forward, and if it's even something we want set in that same universe or a new timeline entirely. Then, we discuss a bit about E3 2022 not happening, what we expect from PlayStation's event plans in the coming months, and more about how busy this summer is likely going to be for gaming events. We also discuss Jim Ryan's recent comments about Sony's plans for more acquisitions, and the discussions PlayStation is having with other major and indie devs and publishes to support the upcoming PlayStation Plus library. Then, we dig into what we're playing, including Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, LEGO Star Wars, Maquette, Fortnite's Zero Build mode, and more.

Big news for those who've still been trying to get their hands on an Xbox Series X: the shortage might finally be over. Plus: our Game Pass picks for new Series X owners, the upcoming Xbox Game Pass Family Plan has been confirmed, Unreal Engine 5's completion means a bunch of Xbox exclusives just got one step closer to release, and more! TIMECODES: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:10 - Is the Xbox Series X Shortage Almost Over? 00:06:27 - Our Recommended Game Pass Games 00:19:10 - Xbox Game Pass Family Plan Incoming! 00:26:46 - Xbox Games for April 00:28:50 - Monkey Island is Back! 00:31:48 - Our Dream Sequel Revivals 00:41:26 - Unreal Engine 5 is Officially Here 00:52:55 - Unlocked Block Trivia & Outro

Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Tina Amini, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are discussing more Elden Ring, All-new PlayStation Plus, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, Tunic, Breath of the Wild 2, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions.

Dale, Joe and Jesse are here and chatting everything Steam Deck, but mostly about how flipping big and unwieldy it is. The lads have also seen the first episode of Moon Knight and are hesitant about its quality, especially compared to Severance. We also dive into the mess that is the new PlayStation Plus tier system. Want to get in touch to talk about your "how is this my job?? Feel free to send us an email at ign_ukfeedback@ign.com.

Tom Petty once sang "The waiting is the hardest part," and little did he know at the time he was singing about the still-unnamed Breath of the Wild sequel, officially delayed to Spring 2023. No one is even mad, Nintendo. Take your time! Join Kat Bailey, Peer Schneider, Brian Altano and Seth Macy as we talk about what this delay could mean for the future of the franchise and the future of the Nintendo Switch.

On this week's episode of IGN's PlayStation show, Podcast Beyond!, host Jonathon Dornbush is joined by Brian Altano, Jada Griffin, and Mark Medina to dig into the latest PlayStation news of the week. And of course, the biggest topic on our minds is the new PlayStation Plus subscription tiers, how Sony is altering PS Plus, and whether we have enough details yet to know if it's worth subscribing to the higher tiers. The panel breaks down their initial reactions to the new PS Plus three-tiered system, how it integrates PlayStation Now, and where it stands as an offering for PlayStation fans.  We dig into the pricing structure, the availability of older libraries, the lack of PS3 downloads and PlayStation Vita as a whole, and whether different tiers appeal to new PS5 players, longstanding PlayStation fans, or both. We of course touch on the biggest question - what the library will actually look like, and knowing that PlayStation won't release its first-party games day one on the service, we discuss what they could do to make the game libraries worth subscribing to. We also discuss whether a metaphorical sandwich can help explain the different PS Plus tiers. We also hear from the audience on some of your thoughts on the PlayStation Plus changes! Then, we dig into some other news for the week, like April's PlayStation Plus games, the renewal of a trademark and tthe hopeful return of our one true PlayStation hero Knack, Gran Turismo 7's recent apology and economy changes, GTA+ if you wanted info on another subscription service, and a bit of Brian's Elden Ring Experience.

Grand Theft Auto Online is now offering an optional new subscription service called GTA+. We dig into what it is, who it's for, and whether or not it's worth it. Plus: Xbox leaders discuss the future of cloud gaming and the present-day success of Xbox Game Pass at the Game Developers Conference, and more! TIMECODES: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:57 - Rockstar Announces GTA+ Subscription Service 00:17:50 - April Games for Gold 00:23:00 - What’s Coming for Xbox Cloud Gaming? 00:44:30 - Unlock-Block Trivia & Outro

Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Tina Amini, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are discussing more Elden Ring, more Horizon Forbidden West, Ghostwire Tokyo, Tunic, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions.

Dale, Matt and Jesse are here to share all their (mixed) thoughts on Ghostwire: Tokyo. Matt waxes lyrical about the new Disney+ film, Fresh, and Dale has finished Apple T.V's The After Party and is equally impressed. We also have the smelliest section of IGN UK feedback in, well... forever! Want to get in touch to talk about your favourite smells or maybe even video games? Feel free to send us an email at ign_ukfeedback@ign.com.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land comes to Nintendo Switch tomorrow and Tom Marks is here to talk about it, his review, and why it's so damn charming. We also talk about the Ocarina of Time PC port, the arrival of folders on Nintendo Switch, and we learn all about European salted licorice. It's Nintendo Voice Chat!

It's been zero days since PlayStation has acquired a studio! That's right folks, just when you think every studio in the world has been bought up by either PlayStation or Xbox, Sony once again surprises us with another PlayStation Studios announcement. So watch along with Jonathon Dornbush, Mark Medina, and Jada Griffin as they give their best guess as to why Haven Studios could be a smart bet for the upcoming PlayStation Live Service lineup. Also, they dive into the recent Gran Turismo 7 controversies, and give even more thoughts on the newest PlayStation console exclusive: Ghostwire: Tokyo. And don't forget, Apple TV+'s Severance is a really good show, so if you're not playing a video game this weekend, do yourself a favor and watch Severance. This isn't an ad, it's just a really good show. Just watch the podcast, you'll get it. Ok bye! 00:00:10 - Intro & Housekeeping 00:02:23 - PlayStation acquires Jade Raymond's Haven Studios 00:30:06 - Gran Turismo 7 Under Fire 00:47:22 - PS4 & PS5 Updates Now Live 00:53:39 - New Witcher Saga Announced! 00:59:38 - Ghostbusters Spirits Unleashed Announced 01:04:02 - What's Up with Project Spartacus? 01:11:23 - What We're Playing & Outro

Tunic creator Andrew Shouldice joins us for the first half of this week's show to discuss the ins and outs of creating the new Xbox-exclusive action-adventure largely by himself. Plus: our reactions to the announcement of the new Witcher game, our reactions to the report of toxic leadership at Ori developer Moon Studio, and more. TIMECODES: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:49 - Interview With Andrew Shouldice! 00:39:40 - New Witcher Game in Development 00:56:52 - Moon Studios is Reportedly an "Oppressive" Place to Work 01:16:58 - Unlock-Block Trivia 01:19:43 - Outro

Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Tina Amini, Sam Claiborn, Kat Bailey, and Colin Stevens -- are discussing Sony's second State of Play of the year covering a first look at Harry Potter Hogwarts Legacy's, new information on Starfield revealed by Bethesda, Dead Space's audio plus-ups, and how to go about playing the Pokémon series for the first time and where to start. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions.

It’s Cardy, Emma and Al’s turn to deliver an hour of waffle this week as GTA V returns and is unsurprisingly still a very good game. There’s also Hogwarts Legacy reactions, Tunic impressions, and why you should be watching Severance and Turning Red. The Endless Search returns with huge stakes on the line this week, as well as some of your emails. Want to get in touch to talk about things you’ve eaten that you shouldn’t have or maybe even video games? Feel free to send us an email at ign_ukfeedback@ign.com.